According to Chinese state media, the presidents of China and the Philippines met in Beijing on Wednesday to discuss maritime differences.
China is willing to handle maritime issues with the Philippines through friendly consultation, and restart negotiations on oil and gas exploration, according to the president.
The two countries plan to increase their cooperation in agriculture, infrastructure and culture, according to the report.
Tensions have been raised over territorial claims in the South China Sea. The Chinese Foreign Ministry said the report was made out of thin air after it was reported that China was building up land features.
The Philippines ordered an increased military presence in the area and called on China to refrain from actions that will increase tensions.
The South China Sea is fueling the U.S.-China tensions.
The Southeast Asian nation is worried about the gatherings of Chinese vessels close to its western coast. Manila asked Beijing to respect international law.
The central role of Asean in regional development should be guarded by the two countries and they should avoid confrontation with blocs, according to a conversation with Marcos.
Marcos's government has fostered closer ties with the US, even though it was undermined by the previous administration. During a meeting with Marcos, President Joe Biden made it clear that his country would defend the Philippines.
Marcos has said that China is the country's strongest partner in recovering from the swine flu. He was willing to talk about oil exploration in the South China Sea. Chinese tourists are welcome in the Philippines, he1-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-65561-6556
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